How To Store Tea Properly
Moisture
- Since tea is dry, any type of moisture can ruin it, which is why it’s best to store tea in an airtight container.
Heat
- Keep tea away from heat, which can degrade your tea. Don’t keep your tea near a window or a stove. It’s best when kept at room temperature.
Odour
- Tea absorbs odours easily from the air around it, so store it away from anything with too strong of a smell, like spices or coffee.
Air
- You’ll notice some tea sellers will vacuum-seal the tea bags, and that’s to keep out any air, which will give tea a longer shelf life. Take the air out of zip bags first before sealing it to take out as much air as possible.
Light
- Keep tea away from light since it can deteriorate your tea. This is why it’s not recommended to store tea in glass jars unless it’s kept in a dark place.